IFPC Files Brief Supporting Idaho Defense of Life Act

Earlier this week, Idaho Family Policy Center – along with more than two dozen other policy organizations – filed an amicus brief in support of the Idaho Defense of Life Act, also known as the Trigger law. Our brief – which was authored by Marc Wheat, general counsel for Advancing American Freedom – makes a strong case for why […]

DEVOTION + RESOURCE: Vote Biblically!

  “Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31).   In an unsigned Boston Gazette newspaper essay, founding father Samuel Adams reminded Americans of their sacred duty when voting:   “Let each citizen remember at the moment he is offering his vote that […]

Ninth Circuit Blocks School Bathroom Law

I’ll start with the bad news: The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has temporarily blocked enforcement of our school bathroom law, endangering the safety and privacy of students throughout the state. Senate Bill 1100 – which was drafted by Idaho Family Policy Center and bravely sponsored by Sen. Ben Adams (R-Nampa) and Rep. Ted Hill (R-Eagle) […]

VICTORY! Federal Court Upholds School Bathroom Law

In a major victory for Idaho children, U.S. District Judge David Nye has ordered that our law requiring students to use school restrooms consistent with their biological sex will go back into full force and effect next month. Senate Bill 1100 – which was drafted by Idaho Family Policy Center and sponsored by Sen. Ben Adams (R-Nampa) […]

ALERT: Special Prayer Call for Israel

Like you, I was horrified by the unprovoked terrorist attack on Israel last weekend. I strongly believe that Christians must come together and pray for the Israeli people as they face their biggest challenge in at least a generation. That’s why I’m inviting you to join us for a “Prayer Call for Israel” hosted by […]

UPDATE: School Bathroom Court Case

One of our biggest victories this last legislative session was championing legislation that protects the privacy and safety of girls in school bathrooms, showers, and changing areas. Senate Bill 1100, which was drafted by Idaho Family Policy Center and sponsored by Rep. Ted Hill (R-Eagle) and Sen. Ben Adams (R-Nampa), went into full force and effect on […]

IFPC Files Brief Supporting Tenn. Law Banning Sex Changes for Minors

Last week, Idaho Family Policy Center – along with thirty other state-based family policy councils – filed a brief in support of a recently enacted Tennessee law that protects children from sex change drugs and procedures. The Tennessee law was allowed to take effect earlier this month after the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily […]

DEVOTION: The Death of Old Hickory

  “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith” (2 Timothy 4:7, ESV).   Andrew Jackson’s time was running short. The seventh president of the United States—nicknamed “Old Hickory” for his legendary stubbornness and toughness—had served his country honorably both in war and in statecraft. Now nearing […]

DEVOTION: A Courtroom Sermon

  “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 6:26, ESV).   In Romans 13, the Apostle Paul explains that civil magistrates are ministers of God, called to dispense justice according to God’s law by “punishing those who do wrong.” This […]

DEVOTION: Paying Homage to the King

“Therefore, you kings, be wise; be warned, you rulers of the earth. Serve the Lord with fear and celebrate his rule with trembling. Kiss his son, or he will be angry… blessed are all those who take refuge in him” (Psalm 2:10-12, NKJV).   For thirty minutes in the early morning, ringing church bells heralded […]